Grimmsnarl

Grimmsnarl

Tier C VGC 2026 Regulation M-B (Pokemon Champions)

Last Updated: 08/03/2026 01:07 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

9.23%
Usage Rate
50.02%
Win Rate
52.97%
Lead Rate
65.55%
Selection Rate
1304
Avg Rating
30460
Total Games
15236
Wins
15224
Losses

Move Performance Analysis

Top 10 moves used in 10+ battles

⚠️ Important Note:

  • This data shows moves actually used in battles, not move adoption rates in team building.
  • Some moves may be on the Pokémon's moveset but never used during a battle, so they won't appear here.
  • Win rate reflects performance in battles where the move was used.
  • For actual move adoption rates, please refer to Smogon Stats or other official sources.

Usage Trend

Win Rate Trend

Performance by Rating Tier

Grimmsnarl Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Grimmsnarl currently holds a C tier ranking in the VGC 2026 Regulation M-B (Pokemon Champions) metagame with a 9.2% usage rate and 50.0% win rate. This data represents 165,083 games analyzed over 14 days from 07/20/2026 to 08/03/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has declined recently, potentially due to rising counters or metagame shifts. Win rate has remained consistent throughout the analysis period.

Rating Tier Performance

Usage remains consistent across all rating tiers, demonstrating broad appeal at all skill levels.

Key Moves

The most frequently used move in competitive battles is Light Screen used in 32.4% of battles. Parting Shot demonstrates the highest win rate at 53.6% Both Light Screen and Parting Shot are competitive choices with distinct strategic applications.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Pelipper, Archaludon, and Sinistcha in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Kommo-o, achieving a 54.1% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Dragalge, Hatterene, and Palafin, while caution is advised against Vanilluxe, Houndstone, and Scovillain. Particularly effective against Dragalge with a 60.5% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Grimmsnarl offers solid performance as a mid-tier option. While not dominating the metagame, it provides consistent results when properly supported. Focus on team compositions that maximize its favorable matchups.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Grimmsnarl
13374 games
52.2% Win
8.1% appear
12603 games
52.2% Win
7.6% appear
11521 games
49.5% Win
7.0% appear
7809 games
51.8% Win
4.7% appear
7196 games
52.8% Win
4.4% appear
6616 games
51.9% Win
4.0% appear
6381 games
52.3% Win
3.9% appear
5627 games
49.9% Win
3.4% appear
4766 games
50.0% Win
2.9% appear
4533 games
49.8% Win
2.8% appear
4005 games
53.0% Win
2.4% appear
3029 games
47.5% Win
1.8% appear
2857 games
48.5% Win
1.7% appear
2561 games
48.4% Win
1.6% appear
2490 games
46.2% Win
1.5% appear
2464 games
47.7% Win
1.5% appear
2148 games
48.1% Win
1.3% appear
2015 games
51.0% Win
1.2% appear
2013 games
50.1% Win
1.2% appear
1942 games
50.0% Win
1.2% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Grimmsnarl
8514 games
49.6% Win
5.16% appear
8419 games
50.6% Win
5.10% appear
8222 games
48.4% Win
4.98% appear
7986 games
49.1% Win
4.84% appear
7267 games
49.1% Win
4.40% appear
6639 games
48.5% Win
4.02% appear
6058 games
50.4% Win
3.67% appear
5361 games
49.0% Win
3.25% appear
5159 games
48.4% Win
3.13% appear
4871 games
46.5% Win
2.95% appear
3937 games
51.6% Win
2.38% appear
3911 games
49.5% Win
2.37% appear
3638 games
49.0% Win
2.20% appear
3498 games
51.0% Win
2.12% appear
3451 games
47.4% Win
2.09% appear
3343 games
48.0% Win
2.03% appear
3235 games
49.6% Win
1.96% appear
2740 games
50.0% Win
1.66% appear
2736 games
49.6% Win
1.66% appear
2666 games
50.4% Win
1.61% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Grimmsnarl
364 games
54.1% Win
0.22% appear
334 games
53.6% Win
0.20% appear
992 games
53.6% Win
0.60% appear
4005 games
53.0% Win
2.43% appear
7196 games
52.8% Win
4.36% appear
6381 games
52.3% Win
3.87% appear
12603 games
52.2% Win
7.63% appear
696 games
52.2% Win
0.42% appear
13374 games
52.2% Win
8.10% appear
522 games
52.1% Win
0.32% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Grimmsnarl
322 games
42.2% Win
0.20% appear
507 games
43.2% Win
0.31% appear
417 games
43.9% Win
0.25% appear
579 games
43.9% Win
0.35% appear
717 games
44.2% Win
0.43% appear
747 games
44.2% Win
0.45% appear
366 games
44.3% Win
0.22% appear
600 games
44.5% Win
0.36% appear
988 games
44.9% Win
0.60% appear
1192 games
45.6% Win
0.72% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Grimmsnarl performs well against
349 games
60.5% Win
0.21% appear
382 games
59.7% Win
0.23% appear
331 games
57.7% Win
0.20% appear
411 games
57.2% Win
0.25% appear
315 games
57.1% Win
0.19% appear
597 games
56.8% Win
0.36% appear
452 games
56.4% Win
0.27% appear
396 games
56.1% Win
0.24% appear
431 games
55.9% Win
0.26% appear
481 games
54.9% Win
0.29% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Grimmsnarl
545 games
43.7% Win
0.33% appear
354 games
44.9% Win
0.21% appear
857 games
45.2% Win
0.52% appear
858 games
45.5% Win
0.52% appear
1498 games
46.1% Win
0.91% appear
524 games
46.4% Win
0.32% appear
4871 games
46.5% Win
2.95% appear
532 games
46.6% Win
0.32% appear
2377 games
46.7% Win
1.44% appear
1986 games
47.2% Win
1.20% appear